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Understanding the Key 3D Printing File Formats

Understanding the various 3D printing file formats is crucial for achieving optimal results. Different file formats serve different purposes, each offering unique advantages depending on the complexity and requirements of the project. This article will introduce and compare the most common 3D printing file types. 1. STL (Standard Tessellation Language) File structure: STL files use triangular meshes to represent the surface of 3D objects. Each triangle is described by its three vertices, which are exp......

Sep 18,2024

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How to Create 3D Printed Keycaps for Your Keyboard

If you have used a mechanical keyboard, you may have removed and installed keycaps. With 3D printing, people can design personalized keycaps and print them out to install on the keyboard, giving your keyboard a brand new look. This article will introduce how to design and print your own 3D printed keycaps. Source:deigge, https://www.printables.com/model/818377-flat-xda-icon-keycaps The difference between 3D printed keycaps and traditional keycaps Customization 3D printed keycaps: You can design unique......

Why Do 3D Prints Get Zits and How to Prevent Them

3D printing often encounters various surface quality issues, and imperfections such as zits or small spots on the surface of the printed part are one type of them, especially when pursuing a smooth effect. These zits not only affect the appearance, but also impair the function of precision parts. In this article, we will explore the reasons why zits appear in 3D prints and how to eliminate or reduce them. Source: https://www.reddit.com/r/3Dprinting/comments/g1gjfo/whats_causing_those_blobszits/ Common......

The best creative 3D printed Valentine's Day gifts for 2025

Valentine's Day is coming next month. This is the best time to express love to your partner. If you are tired of traditional Valentine's Day gifts, you can try to create exclusive and personalized Valentine's Day gifts through 3D printing. This article selects some 3D printed Valentine's Day gift ideas. These models are not only full of romance, but also can show your unique feelings through DIY! T-Rex This model is a cute Tyrannosaurus Rex holding a heart, suitable for those who like cartoons and cut......

10 3D Printed Toys You Should Try Making

3D printing has changed the way toys are designed and made. Using 3D printing to make toys allows you to control materials, colors, sizes and all details, providing unlimited possibilities for customization and innovation. This article recommends some interesting 3D printed toys on mainstream model platforms. Of course, it is best if you have your own model design! If you don’t have a 3D printer, you can use JLC3DP to place an order online to print the toy model you designed. JLC3DP will complete the ......

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How Does Bed Temperature Affect 3D Printing?

Bed temperature is a critical factor in 3D printing that directly affects print adhesion, surface quality, and the success of your project. In this article, we will look at the effects of bed temperature on 3D printing and how to optimize settings for different materials to achieve the best results. Major Effects of Bed Temperature on 3D Printing Improved Adhesion One of the most important benefits of using a heated bed is improved adhesion. When the bed is heated to the proper temperature, the printe......

From Exclusive to Accessible: The Evolution of 3D Printer Prices Since the Early 2000s

3D printing has had an extraordinary journey from an industrial wonder to a widely used technology. In the early days of 3D printing, the cost was far beyond the reach of small businesses or hobbyists. So how did 3D printers become popular? This article will cover the pricing of 3D printers in the early 21st century and the subsequent evolution that made 3D printing popular. The High Cost of Early 3D Printers In 1984, Chuck Hull invented SLA printing technology and patented additive manufacturing tech......

Considerations for Placing a 3D Printer in the Garage

If you want to set up a 3D printing studio in your home, considering that the space occupied by 3D printers, related tools and consumables is not small, placing a 3D printer in the garage is a practical solution, especially if the space in your home is limited. Before running your 3D printer in the garage, this article will introduce you to some considerations: from environmental conditions to safety issues. 1. Temperature and humidity in the garage Garages are often subject to temperature fluctuation......

Common Heat-Resistant 3D Printing Plastics

Thermoplastics are already very common in 3D printing. In some application scenarios that require high temperature stability, high temperature resistant 3D printing plastics play an important role. This article will introduce several common heat-Resistant 3D printing plastic materials and their characteristics, and explore how to deal with overheating problems that may occur in the 3D printing plastic process. Common Heat-Resistant 3D printing plastic materials 1. ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)......

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Robert Feranec creates a customized keyboard: working with JLCPCB and JLC3DP

Robert Feranec is a well-known expert in hardware design. He founded FEDEVEL Academy, which helps engineers around the world learn circuit design and PCB production through online courses and teaching videos. As a content creator on YouTube, Robert shares tutorials, tips and tricks for hardware design, and has cultivated a large number of professionals and amateurs. In this video, Robert designs a customized keyboard for video editing. As one of the world's leading PCB manufacturers, JLCPCB is committ......

JLC3DP Collaborates with Retsetman: Exploring Innovative Mechanical Design with 3D Printing

3D printing technology is widely used in mechanical design, especially in the realization of unique mechanical designs. Through 3D printing, engineers can more flexibly create complex structures and achieve rapid prototyping of high-precision parts, thus accelerating design iterations. The cooperation between JLC3DP and mechanical design blogger retsetman is a typical case. In this cooperation, Retsetman designed two extremely creative projects: a high reduction ratio "nutation swing gear" and a uniqu......

JLC3DP helps CPSdrone explore deepwater mines

During adventure to explore deepwater mines, YouTube blogger CPSdrone built a DIY submarine to try to go deep into flooded uranium mines and record the deepwater scenes with a camera. In this project, JLC3DP, as a key sponsor, provided the submarine with customized 3D printed nylon parts, which use advanced SLS technology to enhance the submarine's design durability and deepwater performance. In CPSdrone's previous waterproof tests on 3D printed objects, JLC3DP also provided bloggers with high-quality......

JLC3DP provides 3D printed parts to GodFinger for RX-78 Gundam model

3D printed spliced parts have shown unique advantages in the production of model figures such as Gundam. First of all, it can accurately restore complex details, especially in models with such complex structures and extremely demanding appearance, each part can achieve millimeter-level accuracy. Second, the spliced parts allow the model to be assembled in a modular manner for easy transport, display, and modification without the need for permanent gluing. In addition, 3D printed spliced parts can also......